Reform Leader Proposes Single Council for Kent and Medway
Linden Kemkaren has put forward a proposal to restructure local government in Kent by replacing all existing councils—including Kent County Council (KCC) and Medway Council—with one unified local authority. This new council would oversee the entire region, simplifying administration and potentially improving service delivery.
Proposal Details
- Consolidation of current multiple councils into a single governing body responsible for the whole of Kent and Medway.
- Elimination of duplicated functions across councils to streamline governance.
- A focus on increasing efficiency and delivering consistent policies throughout the area.
Support and Rationale
Kemkaren argues that combining all local authorities under one umbrella will reduce bureaucratic complexity and lead to greater accountability. She suggests that this unified approach can drive more strategic decision-making for Kent and Medway’s future development.
“Creating a single local authority will allow for more coordinated and effective governance, benefiting residents across the whole region.” — Linden Kemkaren
Context
Kent currently has several councils with overlapping responsibilities. This fragmentation can cause inefficiencies and confusion among residents regarding which council to approach for services.
Author summary:
Linden Kemkaren advocates for merging all local councils in Kent and Medway into one unified authority to boost efficiency, accountability, and regional cohesion.
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